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Audi A3

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,595 cc

T888 TMSMOT history

T888 TMS is a black petrol Audi A3 first used on 30 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2024
Mileage
132,606 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 TMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T888 TMS was last recorded at 132,606 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 6,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,729 miles · 19 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
6,877 miles
Average per year
9,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,606 miles
  • 2023 – 125,729 miles
  • 2022 – 115,214 miles
  • 2021 – 103,814 miles
  • 2019 – 86,827 miles
  • 2017 – 76,315 miles
  • 2016 – 65,923 miles
  • 2015 – 62,524 miles
  • 2014 – 49,525 miles
  • 2013 – 38,274 miles
  • 2012 – 24,922 miles
  • 2011 – 7,759 miles
  • 2010 – 6,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,606 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center exhaust joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,606 miles (+6,877)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,606 miles
    Test number
    623515182331
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass125,729 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,729 miles
    Test number
    617215635444
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail125,728 miles (+10,514)3 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,728 miles
    Test number
    448763741855
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,214 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,214 miles
    Test number
    145152800383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,210 miles (+11,396)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,210 miles
    Test number
    508067686046
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass103,814 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,814 miles
    Test number
    193867471507
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail103,809 miles (+16,982)3 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,809 miles
    Test number
    959890380452
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass86,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,827 miles
    Test number
    568803537351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,827 miles (+10,512)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,827 miles
    Test number
    130908685905
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass76,315 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,315 miles
    Test number
    337345598009
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone bush cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  11. Fail76,315 miles (+10,392)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,315 miles
    Test number
    801186827939
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone bush cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  12. Pass65,923 miles (+3,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,923 miles
    Test number
    312776343387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass62,524 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    116728455450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail62,524 miles (+12,999)2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    429888655061
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass49,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    386538004049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,525 miles (+11,251)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    415968104022
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to split

  17. Pass38,274 miles (+13,352)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,274 miles
    Test number
    448000153061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,922 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,922 miles
    Test number
    765719732058
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass24,922 miles (+17,163)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,922 miles
    Test number
    988719932084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass7,759 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    7,759 miles
    Test number
    509127101044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    6,003 miles
    Test number
    870372670088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T888 TMS

Does T888 TMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T888 TMS expired on 19 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T888 TMS?
The MOT on T888 TMS expired on 19 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T888 TMS done?
T888 TMS was recorded at 132,606 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 9,067 miles a year.
Has T888 TMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 TMS has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T888 TMS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T888 TMS find?
T888 TMS failed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 1 dangerous defect and 5 major defects: offside front inner suspension arm likely to fail; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration, and 3 more.

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